KNIPEXTEND comfort handles make it easy to identify your tools and utilize the KNIPEX TetheredTool System lanyards and adapters by simply adding KNIPEXTEND ColorCoded Clips and TetheredTool Clips (KNIPEXTEND accessories sold separately). 20% less effort required compared to conventional diagonal cutters of the same length. Forged-on axle for heavy-duty work. For very tough, continuous use. High cutting performance with minimum effort due to optimum coordination of the cutting edge angle and transmission ratio. Precision cutting edges induction hardened (approx. 64 HRC) cut several types of wire including piano wire. 12˚ angle head for hand clearance when cutting. Chrome vanadium heavy-duty steel; forged, multi stage oil-hardened. Handles have recently undergone a redesign, so the availability of the new designs at distributors will depend on their current inventory levels.